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caveman

Enforce terse AI responses with lite, full, and ultra verbosity modes.

Updated Apr 16, 2014
Search Tags:#mode-switch#caveman#terse#ai-communication#verbosity-control
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/minhhh/dotfiles --skill caveman-minhhh
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: caveman
Source: https://github.com/minhhh/dotfiles/tree/main/ai/.ai/skills/caveman
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/minhhh/dotfiles --skill caveman-minhhh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Caveman mode provides terse communication to reduce token usage, enabling faster, more efficient AI conversations in constrained contexts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Terse response levels: lite, full, and ultra to control verbosity.
  • Auto-triggers when token efficiency is requested or when the user asks to enable caveman.
  • Easy mode switch via the command /caveman lite|full|ultra for on-the-fly adjustment.
  • Preserves essential content while removing filler, hedging, and pleasantries.

Quick Start

Activate caveman mode by saying 'use caveman' or sending '/caveman'.

Frequently Asked Questions about caveman

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I reduce token usage in AI conversations without losing technical substance?▼

You can reduce token usage by switching to a terse communication mode that drops filler and hedging while preserving essential technical substance. This ensures faster, more efficient AI conversations in constrained contexts.

What is verbosity control and how does it work in interactive chat sessions?▼

Verbosity control enforces mode defaults and slash-switch commands to control output length in interactive chat sessions. It applies rules that remove pleasantries and filler, maintaining brevity to improve throughput across domains.

How do I switch between different levels of terse output on the fly?▼

You can switch verbosity levels on the fly by sending the command /caveman lite|full|ultra. This allows you to easily adjust response brevity during interactive chat sessions as your token efficiency needs change.

Can I auto-trigger terse mode when I need token efficiency?▼

Yes, terse mode auto-triggers when token efficiency is requested or when you explicitly ask to enable caveman mode. It enforces default full mode unless switched, ensuring controlled verbosity automatically.

Does reducing filler and hedging affect the accuracy of technical responses?▼

Reducing filler and hedging does not affect technical accuracy because the mode preserves essential content. It specifically targets pleasantries and unnecessary words, maintaining the core technical substance required for accurate communication.

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